Security Associate Job Description

The Security Associate periodically patrols related areas examining doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are properly secured. Responsible for the security and order of buildings, grounds or other work sites. Being a Security Associate typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being a Security Associate possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.

Security Associate Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Security Associate to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Other duties and activities as required;
  • Participate in training programs around SOPs pertaining to security and security record keeping compliance;
  • Maintain current knowledge of best practices for the provisions of the Cannabis Act and Cannabis Regulations that apply to the license holder; and;
  • Support security programs, recording response to security incidents and breaches;
  • Collaborate with Regulatory and QA Departments during internal audits regularly to determine security compliance according to Cannabis Regulations;
  • Assist in coordinating with 3rd party security providers/contractors for security installations and monitoring systems for the licensed site;
  • Support systems/programs of control that ensure loss prevent and detection.

Requirements:

  • Certification of Qualification from ITA for security alarm installation considered an asset;
  • ITA (preferred);
  • Solid understanding of security plans and their applications;
  • Security: 3 years (required);
  • Professional security designation considered an asset (i.e. ASIS CPP, ASIS PSP);
  • Bachelor’ Degree in a related field (i.e. Security Management) obtained or recognized by a Canadian University or institution strongly preferred;
  • Good ERP, MS Office Suite, Adobe Pro, G-Suite, AutoCAD and additional technical proficiency; and;
  • Recent criminal record check completed (required prior to hiring);
  • Valid security clearance (ACMPR or Cannabis Regulations) strongly preferred;
  • 5+ years’ experience in a Security Department within a similar production environment;
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred;
  • Cybersecurity: 2 years (preferred).